The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Crean Lutheran Saints host the St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy Warriors on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter unbeaten at 1-0, making this an intriguing early-season battle in Irvine.
Game Details
○ Matchup: St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy (Downey, CA) vs Crean Lutheran (Irvine, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Saints Stadium, Irvine, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy Warriors
The Warriors enter ranked #1,374 nationally, #116 in California, and #63 in their section. After a 36-20 season-opening victory on the road, SPXSMA looks to build on their offensive momentum and defensive pressure.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #1,374
○ State Rank: #116 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #63
○ Division Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, physical defense, confidence from road win
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive tempo and control the line of scrimmage
Crean Lutheran Saints
The Saints come in ranked #1,581 nationally, #129 in California, and #69 in their section. After securing a 30-14 home win, Crean Lutheran will look to capitalize on their home-field advantage and defensive consistency against a tough Warriors squad.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #1,581
○ State Rank: #129 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #69
○ Division Rank: #14
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, stout defense, efficient offense
○ Key to Win: Limit turnovers and execute on third down
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy Warriors | 1,374 | 116 (CA) | 63 | 1 | 1-0 | 36 | 20 |
| Crean Lutheran Saints | 1,581 | 129 (CA) | 69 | 14 | 1-0 | 30 | 14 |
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